{"id":436,"date":"2021-03-03T18:39:00","date_gmt":"2021-03-03T18:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rauchberg.com\/blog\/?p=436"},"modified":"2021-03-31T18:44:17","modified_gmt":"2021-03-31T18:44:17","slug":"appreciated-dental-assistants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rauchberg.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/03\/appreciated-dental-assistants\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Reasons to Celebrate and Honor Dental Assistants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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When you visit a dentist, it takes a concerted effort to deliver the care that you need. Any dentist<\/a> knows that to function at his or her best requires the assistance of a highly skilled, friendly and hard-working staff. Because they are so invaluable to the function of dental practices, the first week in March has been designated as Dental Assistants Recognition Week. As you continue reading, learn 4 reasons to say thank you to dental assistants!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#1 \u2013 Preparation and Takedown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have you ever wondered how the care area is in order and ready to go when you arrive for treatment? It\u2019s the dental assistant who has been hard at work to ensure that the space is clean and meets all the COVID-19 disinfection\/sterilization protocols. Because of dental assistants, you can rest assured that by the time you enter the treatment space, it has been made afresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2 \u2013 Talking with Patients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you receive treatment from the dentist, you\u2019ll encounter the dental assistant. He or she will discuss your needs, take the necessary X-rays and conduct any assessments the dentist needs. If you\u2019re feeling a little anxious about the care you\u2019ll receive, the kind smile of the dental assistant can be quite comforting. He or she will also take the time to explain what you can expect from your visit with the dentist so you can be calm and relaxed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3 \u2013 Assisting the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During the appointment with the dentist, the dental assistant performs several tasks, which include instrument handling, rinsing and suction, and limiting the spread of bacteria. Additionally, they take impressions of teeth and provide post-care instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4 \u2013 Office Management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Often times, the role of dental assistants extends even further, as many of them are also responsible for ordering supplies, scheduling appointments, submitting claims, billing customers and other administrative tasks. Thanks to their versatility, dental practices are able to run smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How You Can Honor Dental Assistants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to let your local dental staff know that you appreciate them, here are some simple gift ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n